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Sponsor: Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

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Story Trails Teacher Professional Development

Over the course of 2-days teachers will experience a unique exploratory adventure in learning that traverses the ecological
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BEYOND on the Chuk-son Trail!

Come walk with us on a one-mile adventure along the Chuk-son Trail through Tucson's Santa Cruz River, historic barrios, and greenways. Along the way, youth leaders will share place-based stories that bring the Sonoran Desert to life—exploring its rich culture, ecology, history, wildlife, architecture, murals, traditional foods, and the communities that continue to shape Tucson today. Co-hosted with our partners, Beyond Tucson, Mission Garden, and Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trails, these events bring together a diverse group of supporters, youth, and friends like you. Join us as we celebrate Beyond Tucson.
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Community Naturalists Internship

Our Community Naturalist Internship is a storytelling and community action internship for high school youth, ages 14-19. Interns

Story Trails

Join us to explore the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail! When/What/Where:  Saturday September 12 from 8:00am-4:00pm & Sunday
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BEYOND on the Chuk-son Trail 2026!

Come walk with us on a one-mile adventure along the Chuk-son Trail through Tucson's Santa Cruz River, historic barrios, and greenways. Along the way, youth leaders will share place-based stories that bring the Sonoran Desert to life—exploring its rich culture, ecology, history, wildlife, architecture, murals, traditional foods, and the communities that continue to shape Tucson today. Co-hosted with our partners, Beyond Tucson, Mission Garden, and Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trails, these events bring together a diverse group of supporters, youth, and friends like you. Join us as we celebrate Beyond Tucson.

Connecting Southern AZ Communities with the Anza Trail Teacher Professional Development- April 11th & 12th

Join us to explore the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail! Connecting Southern AZ Communities with the Anza